This group is for anyone interested in the art of piano playing. We are a group consisting of members from all walks of life. Members range from professional pianists, amateurs, beginners, students, piano hobbyists and enthusiasts. We post events about piano concerts around the city.  We also have Amateur Pianists meetup at various venues around the city.  We are hoping to hold our first Gala Concert in 2013.  For more information and inquiries, send an email to newyorkpianogroup@yahoo.com Abou …

NYC Filipino Photographers - a group where members of all skills [beginners/amateurs/professionals/enthusiasts/hobbyists] will go on photo walks to expand, gain, share experience and knowledge in photography. This is not a photography class but rather a club where members will help each other and learn from one another especially from skilled and knowledgeable members. Subjects such as street photography, low-light photography, landscape photography, portrait photography, etc. will hopefully be …

Physics and Astronomy lectures, events, and discussions! We find things that are happening all over New York City which relate to it and get going to them! We are sponsored and supported by the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York. Our primary meetup events are at the Columbia University public talks, the Kaufmann Lectures given by the AAA, stargazing events by the AAA and public events at the American Museum of Natural History. We'll also go do special events around the neighborhood and …

You're obsessed with Making It. You made It, that thing, that object, and you want to show It off. Perhaps you're in the process making It, but you'd like some feedback from your peers before you finish It. Or you want to make It, but you have no idea how. Maybe you've perfected It, but now you need to figure out how to Kickstart It, sell It, license It, manufacture It. MakeIt is a general show-and-tell for physical things that you've made, where Makers can talk about their projects, how they cr …

Join us today for a beautiful experience where the night magician is YOU and your camera Learn night photography in just one meetup.Guaranteed! The goal of When the night becomes magic… night photography in NYC is to serve our members by encouraging development of their photographic skills through education and workshops , exhibitions of photographic accomplishments, friendship and socializing with others who share the same love photography and to share our most talented members with individua …

Meet other lovers of the arts! We will be attending films, theater readings, book clubs and exploring the role of arts in ethical living. There will be many events each month to choose from. Some regular events each month will include: 1. Ethics in Film- films are chosen for their ethical issues and a short discussion follows. 2. Ethics and the Theater- These are readings that include both professional and amateur actors and directors- a wine and cheese reception starts the evening and the pla …

What is IKSG all about? IKSG is an Exclusive and Ultimate Platform for all who like and enjoy Bollywood Music. Founded with an intention to encourage and empower the Artists. A unique karaoke group with years of successful events organised for different occasions and also encourage new singers and performers in monthly meetups. IKSG has been appreciated all over the world for bringing about the best in the Performers. Our professional quality videos speak for themselves. IKSG strives to Explore …

Welcome! This Group is for Women 40 + - Professionals & Entrepreneurs, who are either Amateurs or Pros in Ping Pong. This Meetup is a platform for comraderie and socializing with other lesbian women while keeping fit. For those who are passionate about this sport and enjoy the thrill of competition, who can commit to play Ping Pong on a regular basis by attending meetups at least once a month then get on board......Join us! To be part of this Meetup Group, there are no restrictions. All we need …

MUSIC AND DANCE CIRCLE is the new name for the meetup group formerly called OPEN MUSIC CIRCLE (MANHATTAN), a gathering place for acoustic improv musicians, vocalists and dancers and others, and an opportunity for all to create together. The Open Music Circle has met regularly since 2004, joining Meetup in 2010 under the name of Open Music Circle (Manhattan). Musicians, singers and dancers of all backgrounds and traditions and others are invited to explore new territory, expand their skills, and …

This group is for females ONLY. This group is for ladies who share a love for fashion, art, and creativity. Girls who love, or would enjoy making their own outfits, creating accessories, designing and creating costumes/props (cosplay), sewing, artwork, scrapbooking, craft projects..any form of art and fashion really. If you enjoy the wonderful world of Pinterest and Etsy, this group is for you! This is an opportunity to share tips and inspiration, go shopping for supplies, and work on projects t …

This group was inspired by the hundreds of workshops I have given all over the US. Photographers were asking for ways to build their portfolios with high quality images and unique concepts. They were running out of ideas / did not have ideas, could not find models, locations or sets and were hitting a wall. After all a photography web-site filled with photos of your dog or your own children might not say "professional" in a way you want it to. This is what we will do here. The instructors will a …

Are you the most tech savvy person in your circle of friends? Do you love researching, trying out, and discussing the latest technology breakthroughs but have knowledge that stops short of a professional technology worker? Are you a tech professional who wants to get together with people who share a passion for all things digital? If you have been looking for a group of people to share your tech passion with this is the Meetup for you. We will get together and find ways to share our interest in …

Prometheus is the ancient Athenian (Greek) god of technology and a divine rebel. The Shrine of Prometheus is a group of Pagans, polytheists, occultists, and others who revere Prometheus, either as an actual deity or as a symbol, or who have a strong interest in science and technology. We also welcome anyone with an interest in how science and technology relate to spirituality. Our aims include: 1) To educate ourselves and other polytheists and occultists about a variety of topics pertaining to s …

Gotham Girl Photography organizes shootout meetups with anywhere from 2-6 models at a time. Our Shootouts take place in upscale hotel suites, select private residences, loft spaces, yachts and occasionally in secluded outdoor locations. There is usually a 2:1 photographer to model ratio at our meetups. Our models are from all different walks of life. Some are professional glamour models, pin up girls, college students, fetish models, topless bartenders, go-go/berlesque dancers, dominatrix, busin …

This is a group for pool players who want to play in an organized league. Beginners and intermediate players are welcome. This is an amateur league for men and women who want to get out of the house at least once a week to do something they enjoy. Handicapped rules allow everyone to compete fairly and have fun while getting a chance to win an all expense paid trip to Vegas.

Comprehensive music business and production classes moderated by Gold and Platinum Record Producer/former EMI-Blue Note Label Group A&R Head and NYC session guitarist, John McCracken. This is an eight week course, meeting once a week for eight weeks. It is designed as both an in-depth analysis of the music business by category and as a networking vehicle for amateurs and pros alike to meet and connect with high level major label and indy A&R, SVP's of music publishing, label heads, world class e …

• The International Music Photographers Lounge is an ONLINE meeting place for photographers that shoot concerts & music events, amateur to professional and those with an interest or passion for music photography, around the globe. Musicians, people who put on shows, lighting techs and just general photo lovers are welcome as well. • Share your concert shots in our photo galleries, add comments & critique images, offer advice on shooting shows in our message boards and discuss anything else relat …

This group is about creative collaborations between models, photographers, hairstylists, makeup artists, etc. We are also open to industry professionals, such as modeling and talent agencies. The great opportunity about this group is for models and photographers to network at various functions we plan to create. This group is for amateurs and professionals and will be putting together Mix & Mingles, Afterwork Drink Socials, Photo Shoots, etc. which will be a great opportunity for persons to conn …

I am a lady who loves to lift heavy weights as much as wearing a sexy black dress. I love to challenge my body with non-traditional exercise (AKA "male-only exercises"). I am looking to meet other women/girls who are not afraid to "bulk up" because that's pretty hard unless you have the genes. If you do want to bulk up that's cool also. This group is for daring fitness women who want to get stronger and change body composition. I am a personal trainer and welcome other personal trainers as well …

We all love to tell those “you’re not going to believe this…”stories from our past, but: WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU DID SOMETHING STORY WORTHY? Yes, we are all constantly engrossed in a whirlwind of goodhearted, enjoyable activities… but for me it’s those “one crazy night” stories that make life worth living! There is a litany of unusual, wild, engaging, alarming, thought-provoking and straight up crazy events going on all around us. You just need a group of uninhibited cohorts to do them with …

About This group is for people wanting to find secret dining events. It is also a place for people planning to hold a secret dining event to advertise and sign up guests. What is secret dining? Secret dining is when someone uses their house or some other space to run a cross between an amateur restaurant and an intimate dinner party. Hosts serve up a menu of fresh home cooked dishes and guests make a donation or bring a gift to so say thank you. (A recommended donation can be specified in advan …

Are you: - Passionate about stereoscopy? - A stereoscopic 3D professional? - Interested in 3D and want to find out more? - Or, have you never experienced stereo vision? Join the new 3D Club of NY and enjoy the magical world of stereoscopic 3D! We are a group of passionate Stereoscopers, organized for the purpose of promoting the art, practice, enjoyment and science of 3D imaging. This will be accomplished through open monthly meetings (with 3D projections and programs), events, workshops, …

This group is for anyone who wants to be a better musician. All skill levels are welcome, because we practice fundamental skills and techniques that apply to all musicians. And since we practice fundamentals, no one here ever feels intimidated, as we practice the same things. Practicing can be a lonely pursuit, why not join us, we can all get better together, meet new people, and play!

The great opportunity about this group is for models and photographers to network at various functions we plan to create. This group is for amateurs and professionals and will be putting together Mix & Mingles, Afterwork Drink Socials, Photo Shoots, etc. which will be a great opportunity for persons to connect and build relationships.

Meet options enthusiasts, aficionados, self proclaimed experts and industry veterans. Discuss options mechanics, trading strategies, prudent use of derivatives and pros and cons of options trading: simple and complex options spreads and various sensitivities of options prices to the underlying security, time to expiration, volatility and so on (i.e. the greeks). Relationships between options and futures markets, pairs trading, inter-index spreading and so on. Portfolio management and current mar …

This group is for adult piano students of beginner and intermediate skill level. Students come together once a month at a studio and perform, for the group members only, a song which they are practicing. Whether it is complete, or a work in progress at the time of performance, does not matter. What matters is that we come together as a friendly group to share and showcase our progress, and in doing so, gain motivation and support to continue our efforts to practice and become better piano player …

This a group that gets together once a month in a studio environment. Topics relating to studio shooting are discussed and photographers get a chance to get together with other photographers, compare notes and just shoot the models present to get shots worthy of incuding in a portfolio. If you are a photographer that is just starting out, you know how difficult it is to get all the logistics together to pull off this kind of shoot. We take care of all the logistics. Just bring your camera, and s …

Our mission celebrates & support humanity and artworks global integration. Promoting cross-cultural art awareness, beauty of diversity through appreciation & support of the arts. Generating a unique opportunity of connections between artists and audiences. An opportunity to support/collaborate with artist and/or communities from culturally diverse backgrounds. Constructing art, cultural programs, activities & exhibits designed for integration. Academic and professional opportunities for the publ …